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Forum: Rotorheads

8th Oct 2016, 20:42

Replies: 263

Leaving helicopter with engine/rotors running - merged threads

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Posted By Devil 49

AS350 engines, at least in the B & BA, went...

AS350 engines, at least in the B & BA, went through a period where coking bearings was a concern with some engine oils. I was instructed to bring NR up to flight every 5 minutes of ground idle and...

Forum: Rotorheads

4th Oct 2016, 13:37

Replies: 263

Leaving helicopter with engine/rotors running - merged threads

Views: 56,700

Posted By Devil 49

Implying that it's more convenient/easier/quicker...

Implying that it's more convenient/easier/quicker to leave the aircraft running versus shut down/restart puzzle me. My experience is exactly the opposite, at least single engine. Sounds a bit...

Forum: Rotorheads

3rd Oct 2016, 13:00

Replies: 263

Leaving helicopter with engine/rotors running - merged threads

Views: 56,700

Posted By Devil 49

The AS350/355 series collective lock should not...

The AS350/355 series collective lock should not be "eas(il)y knocked off." The lock plate should be held firmly in place either on the grip area or stud by by tension of the collective bottoming. It...

Forum: Rotorheads

30th Sep 2016, 14:07

Replies: 263

Leaving helicopter with engine/rotors running - merged threads

Views: 56,700

Posted By Devil 49

Safe?... What is "safe"? A complete absence of...

Safe?... What is "safe"? A complete absence of hazard? Not possible or desirable.
One wants to minimize hazard and avoid unnecessary risk. If the helo is securely on deck, set at appropriate ground...

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